text:
The Library
Other Sites
Front Page Quotations Other Quotes Week of 6 June, 2011
Quotations about Liberty and Power
About this Quotation:
This quote from an early draft of the Wealth of Nations is interesting for not only making the point that the division of labor creates greater productivity but also for stating clearly that it stimulates technological innovation as well. When " the whole force of the mind is directed to one particular object", such as the use of a plough or a grain mill, the users of technology naturally strive to reduce the amount of labor they must expend and hence come up with incremental improvements. Gradually over time new improvements are added by different users of the tools which add even more to the productivity of their labor. Smith concludes that "(t)hese different improvements were probably not all of them the inventions of one man, but the successive discoveries of time and experience, and of the ingenuity of many different artists", a conclusion which seems very similar to Adam Ferguson's description of social orders like the market, which were "the result of human action, but not the execution of any human design". What Smith does not state, but which is implied in what he is saying, is that these technological innovations come about because humans are stimulated by the incentive of economically benefiting from the improvements they introduce to productive process if they are the property owners of the greater output which results from the effort and ingenuity.
Other quotes from this week:
Other quotes about Economics:
6 June, 2011
Read the full quote in context here.
In an early draft of the Wealth of Nations (1776) which Adam Smith wrote in the 1760s he discusses the very great increases in productivity brought about by incremental improvements in technology such as the plough and the corn mill, often brought about by the users of the machines who stood to benefit from them:
The full passage from which this quotation was taken can be be viewed below (front page quote in bold):
[More works by Adam Smith (1723 – 1790) and on The Scottish Enlightenment]


text:
This is the question … what is a book in the digital age? I still read (and buy) paper copies, but have also bought and read digital / eBooks. I like both formats for different reasons.
The article 'What is a book in the digital age?' covers the questions very well, highlighting how we perceive the differences between paper and electronic, the pros and cons of the two formats, and the advances being made in the 'richer reading experience'. Continue reading

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Three area teachers earn board certification
School District 51 added three educators to its list of National Board Certified Teachers this year. Broadway Elementary teachers Lisa David, Kevin Hardy and Kim Smith are the newest…
Want to read more?
This article and other exclusive local content now require a subscription. (Learn More)


text:
My Account
(sign in)
or Register Now!
lowest rate guarantee
Five great reasons to book with us!
Over 390,000 hotels worldwide – more added every day
Trusted by over 7,000,000 satisfied customers
Best Price Guarantee
4 million+ hotel reviews by agoda customers
With availability in over 37,000 cities worldwide
agoda special offers
including last minute offers(even same day!)free nightsfree upgrades!
Customer Support
Location, Staff, Restaurant in the...
0.03 Km.
0.05 Km.
0.08 Km.
Nice B&B in centre of historical...
0.1 Km.
0.13 Km.
0.15 Km.
0.18 Km.
Well equiped kitchen, large loung...
0.23 Km.
Located in the centre of Cape Town...
0.24 Km.
Friendly staff. Restaurants/plaza...
0.27 Km.
Location, friendly...
0.29 Km.
location when there are no other...
0.32 Km.
in the city center. Good...
Trailer on the rooftop very nice...
0.34 Km.
Nice Hotel, easy access and near...
0.35 Km.
staff, cleanliness, and comfort -...
0.36 Km.
4.5 / 5
over 41,900 reviews
of users recommend us
Go To Top
All material herein © 2005 – 2014 Agoda Company Pte. Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
AGODA ® is a registered trademark of AGIP LLC, used under license by Agoda Company Pte. Ltd. Agoda is part of


text: Learn the therapeutic applications of yoga practice and how yoga can be used to heal from different health conditions. Explore specific yoga therapy techniques for healing back pain, joint aches, and others. This program benefits both beginning and advanced yoga practitioners, as well as yoga teachers who wish to incorporate yoga therapy into their teaching.


text:
720 N Lincoln St.
Greensburg, IN 47240
The Dietary Department provides nutritious, attractive, and palatable food to patients, staff, and visitors, while maintaining high standards of sanitation, production, and service to all customers. Members of the dietary staff visit patients one on one before meals to ensure that the food tolerances, preferences, ethnic, and religious needs of all patients are met on a daily basis. Room service is available for our Women's Care unit and pediatric patients, where they can order off of the "restaurant-style" menu at their convenience.
The Dietary Services Department is staffed with one full-time and two part-time Registered Dietitian and a Certified Dietary Manager who provide all aspects of medical nutrition therapy for patients. The Registered Dietitians not only ensure that nutritional needs are being met, but also that patients receive proper nutrition counseling if necessary. Nutrition education classes and counseling is available for people of the community who are interested in weight loss, healthy eating, and diabetes education.
The DCMH Dietary Department also prepares meals for the Greensburg Meals on Wheels, providing a valuable partnership that assists not only each organization but also the clients unable to leave their homes or prepare a meal for themselves. The department also provides meals for many of the DCMH in-house meetings and events.
(812) 663-4331
Find us on: Facebook | Site Help and Feedback


text:
Enter a full address: 123 Main St., Anytown IL
Tip: We can show you better results with your full address.
Find restaurants near you
GrubHub Hack #1– Your full street address will give you the best results.
Order →
Order online for free • 24/7 Customer Service
Millions of friends, daughters, brothers, cousins, co–workers & neighbors count on us to keep 'em well fed.
"Like" if you love us
—TimeOut, Chicago
A lifesaver
—Janis, Santa Monica
GrubHub is the best website in the history of websites.
—Gary, San Francisco
One of the best things to come to the internet.
—Polly, Denver
Totally rad service.
—Peter, Washington DC
—Jessica, Chicago
Amazing customer service.
—Rachel, Los Angeles
GrubHub is the cause of everything delicious in my life.
—Meredith, Los Angeles
GrubHub is made of win.
—Paul, Oakland
How Do I Work This Thing?
1. Search for restaurants.
Choose from thousands of menus in hundreds of cities.
2. Order what you want.
Build your meal and order it online.
3. Eat.
Spoon, fork, slurp or sip. Just go with it.
"We love GrubHub because it's easy and fast."
"I love GrubHub because I don't have to talk to anybody."
"I use it because it's reliable and saves tons of time."
"It's easy and affordable."
"One of the best things to come to the internet." –Polly, Denver
Pizza, Sandwiches, Italian, American, Pasta, Salads, Wraps, Hamburgers, Dinner
Minimum $12.00
Delivery $2.95
Sandwiches, American, Subs, Lunch, Dinner
No Minimum
No Pickup Fees
Pizza, Sandwiches, Dinner
Minimum $20.00
Delivery $4.00
Sandwiches, Salads, German, Dinner
Sandwiches, BBQ, Hamburgers, Dinner
Minimum $20.00
Delivery $5.00
Pizza, Sandwiches, Pasta, Salads, Chicken, Ribs, Late Night, Wings, Calzones, Dinner
Minimum $20.00
Delivery fee varies depending on location
Sandwiches, Dessert, Late Night, Wings, Dinner
Minimum $15.00
Delivery $2.99
Sandwiches, American, Healthy, Salads, Grill, Chicken, Ribs, Vegetarian, BBQ, Wraps, Cajun, Wings, Lunch Specials, Hamburgers, Lunch, Dinner, Southern
Minimum $15.00
Delivery $3-$5 depending on area
Sandwiches, American, Chicken, Late Night, Hamburgers, Chili, Dinner, Hot Dogs
Minimum $18.00
Delivery $3 - $4 Depending on Distance
Sandwiches, Mediterranean, Pakistani, Dinner
Minimum $15.00
Delivery $2.99
Sandwiches, American, Hamburgers, Dinner
Sandwiches, Healthy, Vegetarian, Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Lunch Specials, Dinner
Minimum $15.00
Delivery $3.00
Sandwiches, American, Healthy, Salads, Hamburgers, Dinner
Minimum $15.00
Delivery $3.00
Sandwiches, American, Healthy, Salads, Hamburgers, Dinner
Minimum $20.00
Delivery $3.00
Pizza, Sandwiches, Pasta, Dinner
Sandwiches, Potato, Wings, Lunch, Dinner, Diner
Minimum $20.00
Delivery $4.00
Sandwiches, Salads, Mediterranean, Soup, Pitas, Dinner
Minimum $15.00
Delivery $3-$3.50 depending on area
Sandwiches, Salads, Ribs, Dinner
Minimum $18.00
Delivery $3.00
Pizza, Sandwiches, American, Healthy, Salads, Grill, Chicken, BBQ, Dessert, Wraps, Wings, Pub Food, Hamburgers, Lunch, Dinner
Minimum $15.00
Delivery fee $3 or $4 depending on location
Sandwiches, American, Pasta, Seafood, Dinner
Minimum $20.00
Delivery $5.00
Sandwiches, Healthy, Chicken, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Soup, Dinner
Minimum $15.00
Delivery $3.00


text:
Yes, title says it all. Need a quote. Call 910 879 7685
Yes, title says it all. Need a quote. Call 910 879 7685
You can try Ricky Coor from Goldsboro- 919-778-0210.
Or Russell
Cam Bishop
I can get you 300 packages at $80.00 each on March 26 in the evening delivered to North Carolina.
80 is high, but Ill keep it in mind. Ill check out those numbers for Rick and Russell. I should have thought about Ricky. Revising, probably looking for 2000 as per a meeting this morning. I doubt I can find them all in one place. Well, maybe tinoco... Preference will be NC first.
any interest in nucs?
will advise. unlikely. looking to maintain new standard gear in brand new outfit. Lowest risk of disease and chems looks like packages. Higher success rates on new gear and packages than splits/nucs or pkgs on dirty or even ethylene oxide exposed gear. Numbers are hard to ignore.
Waiting on to hear back. I would really love to hear 2013. But who knows, they may push for nucs in may.


text:
The One
The Life and Music of James Brown
RJ Smith - Author
- Paperback: $18.00 add to cart
The definitive biography of James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, with fascinating findings on his life as a Civil Rights activist, an entrepreneur, and the most innovative musician of our time
Playing 350 shows a year at his peak, with more than forty Billboard hits, James Brown was a dazzling showman who transformed American music. His life offstage was just as vibrant, and until now no biographer has delivered a complete profile. The One draws on interviews with more than 100 people who knew Brown personally or played with him professionally. Using these sources, award-winning writer RJ Smith draws a portrait of a man whose twisted and amazing life helps us to understand the music he made.
The One delves deeply into the story of a man who was raised in abject-almost medieval-poverty in the segregated South but grew up to earn (and lose) several fortunes. Covering everything from Brown's unconventional childhood (his aunt ran a bordello), to his role in the Black Power movement, which used "Say It Loud (I'm Black and Proud)" as its anthem, to his high-profile friendships, to his complicated family life, Smith's meticulous research and sparkling prose blend biography with a cultural history of a pivotal era.
At the heart of The One is Brown's musical genius. He had crucial influence as an artist during at least three decades; he inspires pity, awe, and revulsion. As Smith traces the legend's reinvention of funk, soul, R&B, and pop, he gives this history a melody all its own.
"The One is the first of its kind to represent James as the social and cultural force he was, not just for black Americans but for all of America—in fact, all of the world… I recommend reading [The One] for it will give you and unparalleled view into the man, the consummate entertainer, his music, and us as a nation." — Al Sharpton, The New York Times Book Review
"I recommend reading [The One] for it will give you an unparalleled view into the man, the consummate entertainer, his music, and us as a nation." —Reverand Al Sharpton, The New York Times Book Review
"A showstopper. This book's sparkle speaks for itself, as does Mr. Smith's ability to take on his screaming, moaning, kinetically blessed, unbeatably shrewd subject." —Janet Maslin, The New York Times
"As illuminating as it is definitive." —Rolling Stone, 4.5 stars
"[A] supreme, sublime biography." —ELLE
"RJ Smith may have come closer than anyone to understanding how James Brown became James Brown." —The Christian Science Monitor
"The imperatives of biography are to record, to correct, and to carve out historical significance, and Smith's lively account succeeds on all three fronts." —Smithsonian
"The One: The Life and Music of James Brown crackles with the same kind of exuberant energy that explodes out of grooves of one of the Godfather of Soul's classic sides." -The Boston Globe
"Top Spring Music Choice" and a "…compelling and detailed portrait of one of our greatest musicians… Smith's compelling and detailed portrait of one of our greatest musicians reveals affectionately and honestly the reasons we jump up every time 'I Feel Good' comes on the radio." -Publisher's Weekly
"This bio should be a cornerstone of soul-music-literature collections." -Booklist
"Smith never loses the beat." -Los Angeles Magazine
"Required Reading." -New York Post
"RJ Smith's authoritative, keenly intelligent bio of one of the most protean of American musical giants." -Philadelphia Inquirer
"Unflinching portrait of the conflicted and contradictory superstar...untangl[es] the psychological elements that came together to make James Brown, tracing his almost prescient ability to read audiences back to his days dancing for spare change from sailors and growing up in Georgia with a violent, unpredictable father." -Associated Press
"Great telling of a really interesting man...captures the rhythm of the man" -On Point, WBUR
To keep up-to-date, input your email address, and we will contact you on publication
Please alert me via email when:


text:
Browser does not support script.
Follow us
Scheme name: The Dyson Centre for Neonatal Care
Practice: Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios LLP
Client: Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Trust
Photographer: Craig Auckland Fotohaus
By selecting architects with no prior UK healthcare experience, nor pre-conceptions, the client has introduced a new vein of thought to their medical campus. A pioneering holistic approach has created a low-carbon building in which the careful use of materials, light and scale generate a calm and caring atmosphere for the care of premature and sick babies.
The understated nature of the architecture disguises real innovation, such as the use of exposed cross-laminated timber, bringing a tactile quality to a usually sterile environment.
Winner of RIBA Regional Client of the Year Award


text:
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - It's believed close to 70,000 Americans will be diagnosed with a cancerous or non-cancerous brain tumor this year. Even if they're removed, there's a chance the tumors could come back. Now, doctors are using a new way to figure out if a dangerous tumor is regrowing or if something else is going on in the brain.
"I have a tumor the size of a goose egg right here in my head," Mary Grace, who had a brain tumor, told Ivanhoe.
After radiation therapy, Mary Grace had that benign tumor removed from her brain. Then, a new mass popped up in the same spot. Radiologist Dr. Robert Kagan believed it was one of two things.
"The question here was, is this a malignant tumor caused by the radiation or is this an effect of the radiation?" Robert L. Kagan, MD, Radiologist at the MRI Scan Center, told Ivanhoe.
Tissue damage caused by radiation and cancerous tumor cells look alike, but, ""The chemical composition of radiation necrosis is a lot different than a malignant tumor," Dr. Kagan said.
The doctor was able to determine the chemical make-up of Mary's mass with MR spectroscopy. Without an invasive biopsy or injecting dye, he uses an advanced MRI machine to figure out if the growth is cancerous. The ratio of various brain chemicals lead to a diagnosis.
"And that shows you that it is necrosis and not a tumor," Dr. Kagan explained.
Mary's cancer scare has passed and the benign brain mass is safely removed.
"And now my synapses are firing. It's like a Gatling gun," Grace said.
Dr. Kagan has one of about 200 MRI machines capable of performing state of the art MR spectroscopy in the United States. Others are located at places like Mayo Clinic, Duke University and Stanford University Medical Center. The test is not covered by insurance at this time and could cost you about $900. The doctor said MR spectroscopy is also being used to detect breast and prostate cancers in clinical trials.
BACKGROUND: The causes of brain tumors are unknown. There are only a few known risk factors. Children who receive radiation to the head have a greater risk of developing a tumor on the brain when they are adults, as well as people who have rare genetic conditions, like neurofibromatosis or Li-Fraumeni syndrome. These cases only represent a fraction of the 35,000 new primary brain tumors diagnosed every year. Age is another risk factor. People over 65 years are diagnosed with brain cancer at a rate four times higher than younger people. A primary brain tumor originates in the brain and they are not all cancerous. A benign tumor is not aggressive, but can be life-threatening. (Source: www.webmd.com)
SYMPTOMS: Symptoms vary according to the type of tumor and location. Different ares of the brain control different functions of the body, where the tumor is located will affect the symptoms. Some tumors do not have symptoms. A common symptom is headaches. Others can include: seizures, changes in vision, changes in speech, balance problems, numbness or tingling in the arms or legs, problems with walking, personality changes, problems with memory, weakness in one part of the body, and the inability to concentrate. (Source: www.webmd.com)
TREATMENT: Surgery to remove the tumor is the typical first option, but some can't be removed because of the location. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are other options to kill the tumor. They can also be used after the surgery to kill remaining cancer cells. For tumors that are embedded deep in the brain, a form of highly focused radiation therapy can be used to treat it, called Gamma Knife therapy. (Source: www.webmd.com)
NEW TECHNOLOGY: Even if the tumor is successfully removed, there is always a chance it can come back. Therefore, diagnostic tools are necessary. A new noninvasive diagnostic test for measuring biochemical changes in the brain is called Magnetic Resonance (MR) spectroscopy. Magnetic Resonance Imaging identifies the anatomical location of the tumor; MR spectroscopy compares the chemical composition of normal brain tissue with abnormal tumor tissue. It can also be used to identify tissue changes in epilepsy and stroke. MR spectroscopy is done on the same machine as MRI. It is a series of tests that are added to the MRI scan of the brain or spine to measure the chemical metabolism of a tumor. It analyzes molecules like protons or hydrogen ions. Proton spectroscopy is more common. Several different metabolites can be used to differentiate between tumor types, including: lipid, lactate, amino acids, myoinositol, choline, creatine, and N-acetyl aspartate. The frequency of these metabolites is measured in units called per million (ppm) and plotted on a graph as peaks of height. The neuroradiologist can determine the type of tissue present. It can be used to determine tumor type and aggressiveness, and it can distinguish between radiation necrosis and recurrence. MRI and MR spectroscopy are both safe. There are no health risks associated with the magnetic field or the radio waves used by the machine. (Source: www.mayfieldclinic.com/PE-MRspectroscopy.HTM)
Robert Kagan, MD, Medical Director at MRI Scan Center, talks about a new technique for MRI imaging.
Can you tell us about your MRI machine?
Dr. Kagan: Magnetic field strength is a very important property in determining the quality of not only the images that you can get with MRI, but also the spectral or graphic analysis that you can get with Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS). The stronger the magnet is the better the resolution. It allows us to be able to separate one structure from another and see individual structures as individual structures instead of them blending together. Also, it gives us speed increases. So, that could be a problem for certain people if we're doing imaging because we are detecting these tiny little radio wave signals that are coming out of the body. They have to add up over time. By doubling the magnetic field strength, going from 1.5 tesla to 3 tesla, which is the most powerful magnet available in America approved by the FDA, we get four times the signal. Another way to look at it is, if the scan used to take an hour it will take fifteen minutes now to get the same quality or you could take a half-hour and get twice the quality in half the time. There's always trade-offs involved.
What were you able to do with MR Spectroscopy in Mary's case?
Dr. Kagan: Mary's case an interesting case and a great use of MRS. We can use the signal that comes from the hydrogen atoms. The human body is composed of atoms. Imagine the earth; the earth is a magnet that has a North and a South Pole. If you hold a compass out on the face of the earth it will point in the direction of the North Pole. If you could see the little atoms that make up your body, they look like miniature versions of the earth. They all have a North and a South Pole. So, when we put the human body into a magnet, all those atoms that are spinning around randomly line up with the North, South Pole of the magnet like a compass would. It just so happens that the right energy required to knock them out of alignment happens to be a radio wave. The right radio wave will cause them all to spin at the same frequency, which is called resonance. We use that resonance property to create images, which are now called MRI. Also, we can use the same signals to create a graphic representation, called spectra of the different metabolites. When looking at a MRI scan, we are looking at an anatomic display of tissue biochemistry. That's why things look different because they're different biochemical structures. You can have a tumor in your liver as big as a grapefruit and you'll never see that on the most sophisticated x-ray known to man, which is called a CAT scan, if the tumor happens to have the same density as your liver because x-rays are based on density. It's a physical characteristic. We can always see it on the MRI because tumor is not a liver; it's as simple as that. When we have a certain question, for example, we have this mass in the patient's brain that I talked about which looks like a tumor. It looks like a tumor with this little signal drop-out in the middle, which is usually a sign of necrosis. It certainly has all the characteristics of a tumor and it presses on the ventricle, but given her clinical story we know that it could be radiation necrosis vs. radiation induced tumor caused by too much radiation therapy.
So, in Mary's case, you were determining whether the tumor was benign or malignant?
Dr. Kagan: Well, I know it's malignant if it's a tumor because it's not a meningioma, which was her original tumor. So, this is something that's malignant. Radiation therapy was used to treat the meningioma at first and when it turned out to be resistant to that type of treatment, which it usually is, they performed surgery. They cut out the tumor, but now this is a different process all together and meningiomas don't look like this. The question here was is this a malignant tumor caused by the radiation or is this an effect of the radiation, called radiation necrosis, which is not a tumor but looks like a tumor? There's a big difference if it's a malignant tumor versus if its radiation necrosis and it's not a tumor.
What did it turn out to be?
Dr. Kagan: Well it turned out to be radiation necrosis and the only way to make that diagnosis was by using MRS. We couldn't make that diagnosis from the MRI images alone. Everything about the MRI scan told us it was one or the other and there was no way to differentiate between those two possibilities. So, here was a great use of MR spectroscopy, which is using the same hydrogen signal for those hydrogen atoms to create a spectral readout of the chemical composition of the lesion. The chemical composition of radiation necrosis is a lot different than a malignant tumor. For example, with a tumor this particular metabolite N-acetyl-aspartate (NAA), which makes up normal tissue, goes down. The other metabolite, choline, which is in cell membranes, goes up because you get a lot of destruction of cell membranes. However, with radiation necrosis we get this large increase in the lipid fraction and all those other metabolites you can hardly see. For example, in a healthy volunteer, you can see a high NAA, which is a measure of the integrity of neurons; the higher that is the better the function. It's very nonspecific, but sensitive. So, almost any bad thing that's happening in the brain will cause a decrease in NAA, which is located in a certain place on the spectral readout. Then choline is lower than NAA. What happens with a tumor is a reversal of those two. Choline goes shooting up and NAA goes down; that is a sign of a brain tumor. For example, in a malignant brain tumor, you can see choline went way up and the NAA went way down and so they reversed. However, those are very different than radiation necrosis. There's no other way to make that diagnosis except by drilling a hole in the head and going in to the brain. MRS is completely noninvasive, which is a miraculous thing.
What other uses do you have for it?
Dr. Kagan: Most research has been done in the brain. The brain is sort of ready for prime time. We can use it. The research is for prostate. For example, there is a metabolite called citrate, which is normally very high in the prostate. That goes down when you have cancer. Choline, again, goes up because choline is a very general metabolite that's in cell membranes. Whenever there is destruction of cell membranes, it shoots up. There are certain things that are specific, like citrate for the prostate, which it hasn't all been worked out yet. This is technically difficult. It's just like MRI itself in the beginning. It was first established in the brain. It took a long time before we went to the spine and then a number of years before it went to the musculoskeletal system. Every athlete that gets injured now has to have an MRI. The musculoskeletal system acceptance took years after the central nervous system acceptance. That's how it works with medicine; you go from one organ to another organ.
After you made the diagnosis of necrosis from the radiation, what happened with Mary's brain? What did they do?
Dr. Kagan: She went to a neurosurgeon in Miami. A very famous neurosurgeon who actually resected this and she was cured, but you couldn't have resected this if this was a malignant brain tumor. They would have just left her alone. When we knew it was benign and that it was just an effect of the radiation, it was taken out and she's been fine because it spreads if you don't take it out. So, she had brain surgery and she was cured as much as she could be. Don't forget that she still has part of her brain missing, but there's a lot of duplication of activity. There's a lot of reserved capacity in the brain. She can do quite well still.
Robert Kagan, MD Medical Director MRI Scan Center (954) 772-8000 firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
Leeds Domestic Cleaning: a cautionary tale
Posted April 26, 2012on:
So this blog post is basically just my chance to get it out there that Leeds Domestic Cleaning, trading under Design Market, is shoddy as hell and the manager, a Simon M Macbeth, has a hell of a lot to learn about customer service and social media. It's not a fun read, barely even interesting, but hopefully it will mean that when people are looking for a cleaning company in Leeds, or if they Google Leeds Domestic Cleaning, they'll have the benefit of my warning.
(The repetition of 'Leeds Domestic Cleaning' and 'cleaning company in Leeds' is for SEO purposes.)
And Simon M Macbeth, if you're reading, this could all have been avoided had you simply rearranged my appointment without me having to chase you, not deleted my posts from your Facebook wall and blocked me from posting further and dealt with me in a courteous and friendly manner. You really know how to rub people up the wrong way, as demonstrated by a fellow disgruntled customer on Ripoff Report. Ever heard the phrase 'the customer is always right'? Perhaps you should heed it.
And, before the inevitable smartarse comments about doing my own cleaning start, I have never paid for a cleaning service before in my life and I doubt I ever will again now! I took up this offer because it seemed like a great deal. How wrong I was.
Read on for my cautionary tale about this cleaning company in Leeds:
I paid for an oven clean online with KGB Deals and then upgraded to also receive a fridge freezer clean when I booked the appointment with Leeds Domestic Cleaning, trading under Design Market. Google them if you like; I don't want to give their website any inbound links.
The cleaner failed to turn up. I was in waiting at the time of the appointment and for several hours afterwards. My intercom works and there is no reason I would not have heard it.
I called later that day explaining no one had turned up and sent a message via the Leeds Domestic Cleaning website's contact form.
I received a response from Leeds Domestic Cleaning manager Simon M Macbeth later that day and the correspondence proceeded as below:
Subject: KGB Oven
Date: Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:17:03 +0100
Hi Leah
Paulina arrived this morning and waited around 25 mins after there was no reply on the intercom
Many Thanks
Simon M. Macbeth
Clients Manager
Leeds Domestic Cleaning
Subject: RE: KGB Oven
Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2012 07:58:23 +0000
I can assure you that did not happen. I was up from 9am and in waiting all morning. Why would I make this up? I would have heard the intercom so I can only think she's gone to XXX East, XXX North or XXX South rather than XXX West.
This really isn't a satisfactory response and I would like my money back. Please call me on XXX
Thank you,
Subject: RE: KGB Oven
Date: Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:29:48 +0100
Hello Leah,
Nobody is saying that you have made up anything – Im sorry that it seemed that way to you.
If you like I will email over to you a photo of your front door to show you we was there. Paulina is due in our office on Tuesday so I will have access to it then.
Many Thanks
Simon M. Macbeth
Clients Manager
Leeds Domestic Cleaning
I then called Simon and he said he was not prepared to offer me a refund but that as a 'goodwill gesture' he would make another appointment for me. He said he would send me an email confirming this. I sent the following email after our phone conversation so I could have in writing what we agreed, and I also asked for the mystical photograph of my front door as promised:
Subject: RE: KGB Oven
Date: Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:56:54 +0000
Hi Simon,
Further to our phone conversation, if you could confirm in writing for me that someone is coming round for the oven and fridge freezer clean at 1.30 on 12th May as already paid for, that would be great.
Being based in Leeds, I wouldn't imagine it would be too difficult to take a photo of my front door at any point, so it proves very little. However, please send me the photo anyway so I can ensure the cleaner goes to the correct address next time. Thank you.
Please give the cleaner my number: XXX so that she can call if she struggles to find me again.
Thank you,
Two days later, no email had arrived. I called Simon and he said that he had sent an email along with this supposed photograph of my front door. He didn't know why I had not received it, but he would re-send it in 10-15 minutes.
Nothing had arrived the next day and so I tried to call Simon again. I was put through to voicemail and so left a message which I followed up with this email:
Hi Simon,
I left you a voice mail this morning to the following effect:
Following our phone conversation yesterday (Wed) in which I told you I had not yet received the email confirmation of my new appointment or the photo of my front door which you said on Monday that you would send on Tuesday, you said you had sent the email and you did not understand why I had not received it. You said you would send it again in around 10-15 minutes. This was at around 12.30pm yesterday; I have still not received the email.
I have checked my Junk mail folder, although I can't imagine why there would now be a problem with me receiving your emails there has not been previously.
If you can get back to me on the phone and in writing with the confirmation of the new appointment on the 12th May and the photo you offered to send me, that would be great.
Thanks, Leah.
Since this, I have had no reply from Simon and I have noticed I have been blocked from writing on the wall of Leeds Domestic Cleaning's Facebook page, and a comment I posted there regarding the cleaner not turning up has been deleted.
The company I bought the voucher from (KGB Deals) has refunded me, but the extra service I paid for directly to Leeds Domestic Cleaning cannot be refunded through them so I will be going into the office in person to try and get this secondary refund back from Simon M Macbeth in person.
The ironic thing is that had Simon simply responded to my initial contact in a polite way offering to make another appointment for me, I would have been happy with this and would not have had a problem with Leeds Domestic Cleaning. As it is, I had to chase to even get this and I can only assume that because I have already paid, Simon is not bothered what happens next and is now choosing to totally ignore me.
I would advise that, if you are looking for a cleaning company in Leeds, you do not use Leeds Domestic Cleaning as the service is not only unreliable, the manager is rude, abrupt and has no grasp of how to deal with customer service issues.
Cautionary tale over.
12 Responses to "Leeds Domestic Cleaning: a cautionary tale"
That is ridiculous – and I'm glad you posted this so that anyone who Googles them will see it and be warned! If a company is not prepared to ensure that a job is completed, they should not be in business – and, I suspect, Leeds Domestic Cleaning will be out of business soon!
Well done for naming and shaming this company. They need to understand that bad service travels 10 times faster than good service. Would it be worth all you FB friends leaving a comment on your behalf on this company's FB page….Anon of course not mentioning you directly, just to let him know that bad news is travelling very fast indeed.
I'd now approach the Police if I were you. He has, effectively, defrauded you. Oh and the Trading Standards folk will be interested in this as well, so you could talk to them.
[...] About Leeds Domestic Cleaning: a cautionary tale [...]
Yes this company is so shoddy it defies belief..although I am totally disgusted at their attitude at my complaint,I am delighted that the emails from Simon or whatever he calls himself today are so amusing..not the brightest of men!


text:
Narrow your search
The "next-generation" game consoles are here -- but until their game library hits critical mass, the
The Xbox 360 remains a great video and gaming console, but fans will be better served by older 360 bundles -- or waiting for the Xbox One.
Ideum ships a multitouch coffee table running Android so you can have the equivalent of a giant tablet in your living room.
Beware of the tentacled entree! Cthulhu food tributes invade the Internet, and this edible Elder God looks like it might attack before you can pick up your fork.
Another NES controller coffee table has arrived on the scene -- this time with a distinctly steampunk flavor.
If a Pizza Hut concept table actually gets made, restaurant-goers would be able to design their pies by touch.
Tabletop PCs may not be fully ready for the mainstream, but this coffee-table-size version from Lenovo is fun to use, and doubles as a solid all-in-one desktop.
A new superheavy element has been confirmed after experiments by Swedish scientists. It may soon get an official name and join its buddies at the periodic table.
This prototype machine lets you interact with real-world objects through the Internet, via an Xbox Kinect sensor, a projector and a table of moving pins.
A bedside sleep companion and sleep aid, the Aura combines sensors and sensory stimulation to knit together a futuristic bedside gadget for a good night's rest.


text:
Published on Thursday, May 23 2013 05:30
The Hooligans were attempting to get their first win of the season Monday night. Unfortunately, they were trying to get that win against Fast Signs, who were still licking their wounds from the drubbing they took last week, at the hands of the Blue Mountain Bullies. Needless to say, Fast Signs was in no mood for any shenanigans from the Hooligans. The Hoolies got off to a quick start, going up one to zip in their half of the first. That was the last lead they saw. Fast Signs spanked the Hooligans with five runs in the bottom of the first, two more in
Login to read more: Watch Out For The Insurance Run
Published on Thursday, May 23 2013 05:23
By Renée Haip
In their quest for a third repeat of double gold, the Lyons Lions traveled to the Colorado State Track and Field Championships where the Lady Lions were expected to have a legitimate battle with Paonia and 2A-newcomer Hotchkiss, as well as their usual worthy eastern plains' competitor, Akron. Senior Nola Basey led the charge with her superior jumping abilities by taking the high jump win on day one with 5'4". Basey unleashed a personal record breaking leap of 17'-7.5" in the long jump to take the win by more than a foot on day two. Had the
Login to read more: More Track and Field Gold for Lyons' Boys; The Lady Lions Battle Valiantly
Purchase A Subscription: More Track and Field Gold for Lyons' Boys; The Lady Lions Battle Valiantly
Published on Thursday, May 16 2013 07:32
Historically it takes pitchers a little longer into the season to catch up with the hitters. But this was ridiculous! In four games Monday night, there were one hundred and twenty-one runs scored, and more hits, walks, and errors than can be humanly calculated. But it was entertaining. If you haven't taken the family down to Bohn Park on a
Login to read more: No Defense Like A Good Offense!
Published on Thursday, May 16 2013 07:28
By Renée Haip
Last Friday, May 10, the Lyons Track and Field team traveled east to Sterling where they participated in the Patriot League meet, their final competition before the state championships. One of only two 2A representatives in a field of larger, competitive 3A schools, the Lyons Lions had a good day with the young men of Lyons capturing the championship title for the fourth consecutive year, and the girls taking a respectable third place of the eleven teams.
From start to finish, the boys had numerous good performances. Individually, all-conference honors went to Ryan Boucher in both the 400M (1st) and 200M (1st), Paul Roberts
Login to read more: Boys Claim Title; Basey Soars
Published on Thursday, May 09 2013 09:19
By Renée Haip
Each spring the highly anticipated Saint Vrain Invitational brings together not only top caliber high school track and field athletes from across the state, but also elite sprint, pole vault, and distance athletes. Jointly hosted by Longmont and Lyons High School at Longmont's Everly-Montgomery Field, this year's May 3rd organizers and sponsors pulled out all the bells and whistles to provide track fans and competitors with a truly professional event more than worth the five-dollar cost of admission. This meet has it all—an electronic scoreboard with
Login to read more: Saint Vrain Invitational: Ryan Boucher Breaks 2A All-time 400-Meter Record
Purchase A Subscription: Saint Vrain Invitational: Ryan Boucher Breaks 2A All-time 400-Meter Record
Published on Thursday, May 02 2013 07:07
By Renée Haip
While our snowy spring has provided critical moisture, it has also disrupted numerous track meets across the state. With a lull in inclement weather, this past week kept coaches and athletes busy as the JV Championships were held on Thursday—April 25, the Middle School
Login to read more: JV Championships, RE-1J, and Middle School Championships
Purchase A Subscription: JV Championships, RE-1J, and Middle School Championships
Published on Thursday, April 25 2013 01:56
It is no secret that Boulder County has a history of producing top-notch talent in the track and field world, and if there is a single event that acts as a showcase for the current wealth of talent at the local high school level, it would be the annual Boulder County Championships. This meet brings together the schools of the county's two districts, St. Vrain and Boulder Valley School Districts, for a day of competition and celebration.
This year's meet on Saturday, April 20, was an especially terrific day for senior Nola Basey. At the meet's start, Basey was awarded the Monty Sutak scholarship for her high school track and field accomplishments. As the day progressed, Basey claimed each and every title in the jumps. Her winning jumps of 5'3" in the high jump, 36'1.75" in the triple jump, and 16'6.25" in the long jump
Login to read more: Lyons Roar At 37th Annual BoCo Championships
Purchase A Subscription: Lyons Roar At 37th Annual BoCo Championships


text:
Ign:Navigation (Revision 223)
Edit Page Last Edit: 11 months 27 days ago
Hold up, buddy.
To edit this page, you'll need a username. (It's free and only takes a sec.)
Already have one? Sign In
- Walkthrough
- Cave Paintings
- Characters
- Achievements / Trophies
- Unlockables and Secrets
You must be logged in to post a comment.blog comments powered by Disqus
Top Wiki Contributors
Edits: 75
Doom Deliverer
Edits: 60
Edits: 54
Edits: 40
Wiki Help
Need assistance with editing this wiki? Check out these resources:
Expand Navigation


text:
by Emily Armentrout
The Wabash County Red Cross is seeking volunteers, not only to donate blood, which is always a great need, but they also are looking for Disaster Action Team members. Tracy Fox, Communications Manager for the American Red Cross, and Heidi Vandermark, Community Outreach specialist at the North Central Indiana Chapter of the American Red Cross, talked with The Paper about the needs here in Wabash County and a few community members who should be commended for their donations.
The Paper contacted the American Red Cross, seeking out a few of our county's top blood donors. Some of the top donors in Wabash County have given between 19-32 gallons of blood, over the average span of 37 years.
John Miller, born and raised in Wabash County, has been a regular blood donor over the past 30 years. He has donated 19 gallons of blood in that time, but he believes he still has a ways to go in giving.
"It's been over a 30 year period; it should have been a lot more," Miller told The Paper. "All you have to do is need a pint of blood at the hospital and then people will realize how great the need is," added Miller.
Patricia Chekouras, long time Wabash County resident, has donated 157 pints over the past 30 years, which equals out to 157 donations, as the Red Cross takes one pint of blood per donation.


text: AVS is a source configuration management software that embedds a bug tracking feature. It is based on a common file "check-out / check-in" procedure, which eases early conflict detection. A file can have parallel versions. A proprietary 3-way merge tool is bundled to help merging. AVS uses a development task concept, which allows grouping checked-out files for the same purpose. Users can then work on several tasks at once without confusing files. Each development task is natively linked to a change request, which can be linked to several tasks. The build manager then relies on a change request selection within a set, while still being able to unselect some tasks if needed. A user management feature, with groups and access rights, is provided to restrict access to users upon their profile.


text:
Oasis Western Trimmed Boots
- Was
- Was £67.00
- Now
- Now £40.00 to £46.00
- Save Up To £27.00
- In Stock
0 review
- Delivery
Oasis Western Leather Boots
These leather boots by Oasis take you on a trip to the Wild Wild West - travel in style and embrace your inner cowgirl with denim and plaid pieces.
These versatile boots fit seamlessly into your spring style – looking classic with florals and checks or directional with oversized shapes and tailored separates. Made from soft, supple leather these shoes add a luxurious element to your looks while the leather straps and concho ring have that authentic Midwest feel.
Wear these boots with tights, a floral day dress and a trench coat for perfect spring style.
Useful info:
- Leather boots by Oasis
- Western inspired design
- Chunky heel shape
- Metal concho ring detail
Oasis Ankle Bootswith Wedge Heel
Understated yet ultra stylish, these suede ankle boots by Oasis are the perfect foundation to your chic urban styles this season - whether for the office or after hours.
Covered in grey suede, the fabric is luxuriously soft-to-the-touch whilst the hue channels this season's love of neutral colours for a warm and inviting appeal. The wedge heel subtly lifts your look defining your legs for a svelte silhouette. The back zip fastening secures the fit as well as adding detail and an edgy impact.
Wear with printed leggings and an oversized top for a laidback-stylish look. Pair with skinny jeans and a shirt for a smart-casual, office-friendly finish.
Useful info:
- Ankle boots by Oasis
- Wedge heel
- Suede upper
- Back zip fastening
- Heel height 2.5 inch


text:
Showing 1-96 of 426 items
164 North Fine Dining
USDA Prime Steaks, fresh seafood, pork chops and pastas. Full bar on site. Our private dining room is now available for seating up to 80. Please call between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and ask for Maria for more information.
CITY: Kankakee
1950s Park Forest House Museum
Operated by the Park Forest Historical Society, this house museum depicts a rental home as it might have appeared in a post-World War II fully planned community. A docent on duty describes the history of the home.
CITY: Park Forest
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
This cemetery was named after the 16th president of the United States, and was designed to serve approximately one million Chicago metropolitan area veterans.
CITY: Elwood
Al's Steakhouse
Serving Joliet and Communities for 50 years. Warm atmosphere specializing in char-broiled steaks & seafood. Superb Sunday brunch (regular menu available.) Friday night seafood buffet (regular menu available.) Extensive wine list. Private rooms for all occasions. Open Sun 10:00 AM, Mon-Sat 11:00 AM
CITY: Joliet
Alsip Home & Nursery Super Store
Ranked among the nations top 100 garden centers by Nursery Retailer Magazine. Top quality nursery plants, garden supplies, Home décor, patio furniture, pool & spa accessories, garden décor, ponds, silk floral, seasonal holiday, and pets & supplies.
CITY: Frankfort
American Dance Center Ballet
This nationally recognized dance company performs all styles of dance. The troupe's annual spectacular, Holiday Fantasy, was selected as the Best Live Show in Chicago Southland.
CITY: Orland Park
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites - Matteson
The Americas Best Value Inn & Suites in Matteson guarantees high quality accommodations, friendly & efficient service, and clean, comfortable surroundings. Every guest feels that this is their "home away from home."
CITY: Matteson
Amici's Taverna
Lively bistro with everything from coffee to cocktails. Reasonable prices for exceptional fare.
CITY: Steger
Annie Lee and Friends Art Gallery
Come visit one of Chicagoland's largest full-service art galleries, featuring original art by nationally known artist Annie Lee. The gift shop offers hundreds of unique gifts and collectibles.
CITY: Glenwood
Antique Association of Lemont
Four antique shops, many specialty shops and restaurants.
CITY: Lemont
Ashford House Restaurant
The Ashford House, located adjacent to Winston's Market, serves the very best authentic Irish cuisine, as well as traditional American favorites. Irish specialties include Irish breakfast, corned beef and cabbage, Shepards pie, and bacon and cabbage. American cuisine includes seafood, pasta, steaks and chops, cut fresh daily at Winston's Market. Also featuring full service bar with daily drink specials and the finest selection of Irish bears such as Smithwicks, Harp, Guinness, Magners and Woodpecker.
CITY: Tinley Park
Aspen Ridge Miniature Golf
This fun family spot, open April-October, offers two miniature golf courses. This par 70 course exhibits excellent golfing conditions. The blue championship tees boast a 6191 yard layout; where as the white/silver/red tees cover 5833/5616/4946 yards respectively.
CITY: Bourbonnais
Aurelio's Pizza - Homewood
What sets Aurelio's apart from other Chicago pizza? We're different because we use only quality ingredients, serve a variety of generous sizes, and specialize in customizing orders to suit each individual taste. Since 1959, the Aurelio family has been devoted to offering the finest pizza, pasta and sandwiches at reasonable prices with fast, courteous, dependable service.
CITY: Homewood
Aurelio's Pizza - Tinley Park
What sets Aurelio's apart from other Chicago pizza? We're different because we use only quality ingredients, serve a variety of generous sizes, and specialize in customizing orders to suit each individual taste. Since 1959, the Aurelio family has been devoted to offering the finest pizza, pasta and sandwiches at reasonable prices with fast, courteous, dependable service.
CITY: Tinley Park
Autobahn Country Club
Autobahn Country Club is the 4th largest road course in the US. We have multiple public driving events and programs including Go Karting.
CITY: Joliet
Autumn Splendor Quilt Show
Over 400 quilts will be on display. There will be a silent auction, also quilt vendors and food concessions are available. Quilt raffle tickets will be sold at the door for the drawing on Sunday at 4 p.m.
CITY: Kankakee
Balagio Ristorante & Banquets
From fantastic seafood to succulent steaks, chops, and perfect pasta, Balagio's is the ideal Italian family restaurant. Our homemade sauces and soups are known throughout the area. We offer nightly entertainment and welcome children of all ages to come in and experience spaghetti and meatballs like never before. Balagio is open for lunch and dinner and has private and semiprivate rooms for any occasion.
CITY: Homewood
Balmoral Park
Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, Balmoral Park is one of the nation's premier harness racing tracks. See live standardbred horse racing action on a 1 mile oval every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday night all year round. Live race post times are 7:10p. Parking and admission are always free.
CITY: Crete
Balmoral Woods Country Club
An 18-hole championship course cut thru 10,000 oak trees, with water hazards on 9 of 18 holes, complete clubhouse bar and restaurant. Chicagoland Golf 5 Star rated facility.
CITY: Crete
Barn Quilts of Kankakee County
For an enjoyable leisurely drive through the scenic countryside; come to Kankakee County and do the barn quilt tour. Throughout the county mounted on historic barns or corncribs are 8 by 8 foot painted wood blocks with a colorful quilted pattern. Each Barn Quilt shares a unique story of growth, celebration, toil and tradition. For more information please call 800-747-4837 or log on to www.VisitKankakeeCounty.com
CITY: Kankakee
Baymont Inn & Suites - Alsip
The Baymont Inn is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service. We are an incorridor property with 3 floors. Whether you are here for business or leisure, we have many amenities at an affordable price.
CITY: Alsip
Baymont Inn & Suites - Calumet City
Newly removated rooms, jacuzzi suites, 2 room suites, with kitchenet, exercise room, guest laundry, room service. Bus and truck parking, very friendly staff, indoor pool & spa, delux free breakfast.
CITY: Calumet City
Baymont Inn & Suites - Harvey
Newley renovated hotel rooms with excellent location & resonable price. All rooms with microwave & refrigerator, coffee maker & internet.
CITY: Harvey
BBQ Fest on the River
Two days of fun and live entertainment featuring Lupe Carroll, Fuzzy Jeffries Black Cadillac, Matthew Cury, Fury- Vanilla Ice, 38 Special, Dustin Lynch-Jon Pardi-Joe Diffie.
CITY: Kankakee
Benny's Place
Pizza-Appetizers-Sandwiches-Dinners-Sports Bar-Catering-Banquet room-Entertainment Friday and Saturday night.
CITY: Lynwood
Best Budget Inn
A great locationin Joliet with Indoor pool and whirlpool.
CITY: Joliet
Best Western - Monee
Free continental breakfast, indoor pool, and cable TV. Truck and bus parking available. Nice, quiet village atmosphere, close to shopping, the First Midwest Bank Amphitheater, and Route 66 Raceway.
CITY: Monee
Best Western - Romeoville
Free Hot Breakfast Free WIFI Free local calls and HBO Channels. Indoor heated pool and fitness center. All rooms have refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, iron and ironing boards.
CITY: Romeoville
Best Western Inn And Suites - Midway Airport
The Best Western Inn and Suites- Midway Airport is located in Burbank only 2 1/2 miles south of Midway Airport. Enjoy our indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, and breakfast room.
CITY: Burbank
Best Western Joliet Inn & Suites
Green Eco-friendly practices, complimentary hot breakfast, new indoor heated swimming pool area, spa, large atrium with a sundeck, retractable roof, a meeting room for up to 40 people, spacious rooms with microwaves, refrigerators and free high speed wireless internet access.
CITY: Joliet
Best Western Midway Airport
Nice clean newer hotel with many upgrades. Offers free interenet service and a friendly and caring staff.
CITY: Burbank
Best Western Plus - Chicago Southland
Beautiful hotel in the Chicago Southland area offering modern & upscale rooms with abundant amenities.
CITY: Oak Forest
Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
On historic Bluff Street along the waterway in downtown Joliet, this park features free summer concerts, lush grounds, outdoor bandshell and indoor theatre. Office hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 noon.
CITY: Joliet
Bird Haven Greenhouse and Conservatory
Lord and Burnham designed this historic greenhouse featuring a tropical house, cacti room, show house and outdoor gardens.
CITY: Joliet
Bistro 57 - Holiday Inn Matteson
American cuisine at comfortable prices. Skillet inspirations, creative sandwiches, quality steaks and chops, baby back ribs with special sauce and herb chicken.
CITY: Matteson
Bookie Magee's Hideaway
Sports bar and state-of-the-art Off Track Betting facility. Offering simulcast wagering on thoroughbred and harness horse racing from Illinois and around the country. A great place to grab a bite to eat with over sixty televisions and comfortable seating.
CITY: Joliet
Bookie Magees Hideaway & OTB
Sports bar and state-of-the-art Off Track Betting facility. Offering simulcast wagering on thoroughbred and harness horse racing from Illinois and around the country. A great place to grab a bite to eat with over sixty televisions and comfortable seating. Open Sun - Thurs 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM & Fri - Sat 11:00AM - Midnight.
CITY: Joliet
Bourbonnais Friendship Festival
During the five days of fun, rides, games, shows, beer garden, parades, teen Idol, baby contest and more. You are bound to see astronauts, Martians, the Jetsons, Buzz Lightyear, Luke Skywalker and more as you orbit the festival grounds.
CITY: Bourbonnais
Bourbonnais Towne Centre
Located off the corner of Route 102 and WIlliam Latham Drive, it includes Jewel-Osco and Office Depot as the anchor stores. Additionally you will find local specialty shops and restaurants.
CITY: Bourbonnais
Bradley Commons
Located on Route 50 North. Includes various stores and restaurants such as Super Walmart, Kohl's, Lane Bryant, Bed Bath & Beyond, Dick's Sporting Goods, Petco, Rue 21, Buffalo Wild Wings, McDonalds and many more!
CITY: Bradley
Brickstone Restaurant and Brewery
Relax in the warm, comfortable atmosphere and try beers made on-site at Brickstone. Their ample menu includes pub favorites and full meals. During the warmer months enjoy your brew on their outdoor patio.
CITY: Bourbonnais
Bridgeview Inn Motel
This property has 60 guest rooms as well as 2 suites. Other amenities include a business center, data ports (in rooms), entertainment, fitness center, free parking, hair dryers (in rooms), Wi-Fi, interior corridors, microwave and refrigerator availability, handicapped accessibility and rollaway beds. This is a non-smoking facility.
CITY: Bridgeview
Brunswick Zone Romeoville
Brunswick Zone XL is a full- feature, family- friendly entertainment destination with something for everyone. Our center in Romeoville sets the standard for family entertainment with more than 60,000 sq. ft. of fun for all ages. Bowling, billiards, video games and more!
CITY: Romeoville
Brunswick Zone XL
Brunswick Zone XL is a full-feature, family-friendly entertainment destination with something for everyone. Our center in Romeoville sets the standard for family entertainment with more than 60,000 sq. ft. of fun for all ages. Brunswick Zone XL is a great place for Corporate Parties, Team Challenges, Monumental Moments and Birthday Parties! Call us today for more details. Become a fan of Brunswick Zone XL on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/bowlbrunswick
CITY: Romeoville
Budget Inn - Burbank
This property has 30 guest rooms as well as 1 suite. Other amenities include free parking, handicapped accessibility, Wi-Fi access, microwave and refrigerator availability, rollaway beds and a spa/sauna. This is a non-smoking facility.
CITY: Burbank
Budget Lodge - Alsip
Nice, clean, newly decorated rooms. Cable TV and very low rates. Easy access to highway and restaurants nearby.
CITY: Alsip
Bull's Pit Smoked Barbeque
A mouth watering treat, you'll want to come back for more. Rubs and sauces are made from scratch.
CITY: Kankakee
Butterprint Farm Pumpkin Patch
This historic 1857 farm offers hay ride trips to the pumpkin patch, rope making, puppet shows and much more family fun.
CITY: Monee
Calumet City Historical Society
Come discover Calumet City's fascinating heritage and history.
CITY: Calumet City
Camp Sagawau
Forest Preserve District of Cook County's Camp Sagawau is an environmental education center established to promote the study of nature. Call for program schedule.
CITY: Lemont
Camp Sagawau Environmental Education Center
Environment Education Center - offers cross country skiing in the winter.
CITY: Lemont
Camp Shaw
Camp Shaw was established in 1956 and is the best kept secret in all of beautiful Kankakee County! Camp Shaw is also a wonderful place to hold a variety of outdoor and indoor events. It provides overnight accommodation; horseback riding, guided trail rides or group lessons and weekend packages are available. It is also an outdoor, environmental science education program encouraging interest and participation in the balanced management of natural resources.
CITY: Manteno
Canlan Ice Arena
Canlan Ice Sports Romeoville is a 3-sheet ice facility featuring industry leading sport development programs, leagues, special events and birthday parties. It's the premier skating facility in Romeoville, IL. Open Mon-Fri 8am-11:00pm Sat & Sun 6am-11:00pm
CITY: Romeoville
Castle Antique Mall
With over 16,000 square feet and space for over 110 vendors, Castle Antiques has something for everyone. From old fishing lures to dog-eared books, this is a one-stop place to find a host of treasures. Don't miss the furniture room in the back with items collected from numerous estate sales and auctions.
CITY: Bourbonnais
Cemeno's Pizza
Est. 1976, serving pizza, pasta and home made Italian dishes. Family owned and operated.
CITY: Joliet
Cemetery Hill Trail
Cemetery Trail in Palos lives up to its name with narrow tracks that snake through dense foliage. A must ride for any thrill-seeking trekking enthusiast.
CITY: Willow Springs
Centennial Lanes
You'll find 32 bowling lanes, all equipped with bumpers for kids, cosmic bowling on weekends, a snack bar, lounge and a bowling pro shop that's open daily during the season.
CITY: Tinley Park
Center Children's Farm
Experience life down on the farm during guided family tours, or take a hike on the peaceful nature trail.
CITY: Palos Park
Cezars Inn
Call 1-800-942-9492
CITY: Burbank
Cherry Lane Motel
Cherry Lane Motel is easily accessible from I-94, I-80 and I-294 and only 20 minutes from downtown Chicago. Free truck and motorcoach parking. Cable TV with radio. Affordable rates.
CITY: South Holland
Chicago Area Political Collectors Show
Chicago Area Political Collectors Show. Buy, sell, trade, all political memorabilia. Sellers, reservations is highly recommended.
CITY: Orland Park
Chicago Fire Soccer Club
The Chicago Fire is an American professional soccer club based in Chicago.
CITY: Bridgeview
Chicago Ridge Mall
Visit Chicago Ridge Mall and discover everything you're looking for, from fashion to food to flicks, all under one roof. You'll find Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl's, Sears and more than 150 of your favorite stores, plus the eatery food court.
CITY: Chicago Ridge
Chicago Southland Inn & Suites
Treat yourself to one of our deluxe whirlpool suites. Then start your morning off right with our deluxe complimentary breakfast bar. Smoking rooms are available upon request.
CITY: Markham
Chicago Street Bar & Grill
Bar and grill serving lunch with daily specials until 8pm on Fridays.
CITY: Joliet
Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway
If you are looking for affordable summer fun, look no further than Joliet's Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway. We provide the fastest entertainment in the area and play host to NASCAR, NHRA, and Team Demolition Derby on three different tracks. Headlining at Route 66 Raceway, the O'Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals presented by Super Start Batteries takes place on June 28-30. At Chicagoland Speedway, make sure to join us on September 13-15, for the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup! As the first of 10 Chase races, the GEICO 400 begins NASCAR's thrilling playoffs. With a wide variety of family friendly options, you can't beat summer at Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway.
CITY: Joliet
Chicagoland Speedway Camping
Choose from 4 unique camping options at Chicagoland Speedway! Benefits include: FREE newspaper delivery, payment plan options, free tram services around the facility, and non-stop entertainment.
CITY: Joliet
Christopher Art Gallery
Located on the main campus of Prairie State College, the Christopher Art Gallery hosts six to eight shows annually, featuring local, regional and national artists, as well as student works. Programming varies by media, theme, and artists represented.
CITY: Chicago Heights
Chuck's Southern Comfort Cafe
Restaurant specializing in BBQ, Gourmet Mexican & Cajun. Party Room and eat-in lounge also available.
CITY: Burbank
Ciazza features American fare and a mix of Mediterranean favorites paired with wine and cocktails. A relaxing environment welcomes guests and diners.
CITY: Burr Ridge
Civic Center Authority Visitor Center
The Bedford Park Heritage Corridor Visitor Center is full of information and literature of exciting things to do and see throughout the Heritage Corridor. The Visitor Center provides National Heritage Corridor promotional literature and I&M Canal related resources to the public. It is operated by the Civic Center Authority in partnership with Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Village of Willow Springs. The Center is staffed by volunteers recruited and managed by the Civic Center Authority. Open Saturday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM and Sunday 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
CITY: Bedford Park
Clarion Inn
Spacious guest rooms with high-quality furnishings. Efficient meeting space to accommodate a variety of business and social events. Wireless Internet & Business Center.
CITY: South Holland
Clayton Motel
This property has 18 guest rooms and 1 suite. Other amenities include free parking, Wi-Fi access, microwave availability, non-smoking rooms, and rollaway beds.
CITY: Bridgeview
Club Cappuccino
A specialty coffee bar featuring fresh brewed signature coffees, cappuccinos and lattes as well as freshly baked pastries.
CITY: Joliet
Club Krave
This south suburban gay club features DJ-driven dancing, male dancers, karaoke and monthly drag shows.
CITY: Blue Island
Cog Hill Golf and Country Club
The public is invited to play any of Cog Hill's four award-winning, 18-hole championship golf courses, including the world-famous Course #4, Dubsdread. Dubsdread was host to the PGA Tour's BMW Championship from 2009-2011.
CITY: Lemont
Columbia Woods Forest Preserve
A River Thru History
CITY: Willow Springs
Columbia Woods Forest Preserve
Offers places to fish and picnic. Canoe access. Biking. A host for "A River Thru History" each September, where you can step back 200 years into Chicago's past with a festive gathering of fur trappers, settlers, craftsmen, and entertains along the banks of the Des Plaines River - www.ariverthruhistory.com.
CITY: Willow Springs
Comfort Inn & Conference Centre & Georgios Banquets
160 hotel rooms with 22,000 square feet of banquet & meeting space. Winners of the #1 banquet venue in the Chicago Southland 2010 and 8 previous years. Also, in 2011, the Knot Best of Wedding winner! Your home away from home!
CITY: Orland Park
Comfort Inn & Suites
Luxury at a moderate price, the Comfort Inn is conveniently located in Bourbonnais off I-57, near Olivet Nazarene University, Legends Sportsplex and Northfield Mall. With 114 new guest rooms, complimentary hot breakfast, free WiFi and onsite meeting room facilities, this property is ideal for business guests and leisure travelers.
CITY: Bourbonnais
Comfort Inn & Suites - Tinley Park
All suite, non-smoking hotel. All rooms equipped with microwave, mini fridge, & sofa bed. Indoor pool, fitness center, complimentary hot breakfast & free wireless internet.
CITY: Tinley Park
Comfort Inn North - Joliet
Indoor pool and hot tub. Fax, copier, business classroom, 24 hour coffee.
CITY: Joliet
Comfort Inn South - Joliet
Newly renovated, only moments away from: Empress and Harrah's Casinos, Route 66, Chicagoland Speedway and shopping. Free The Wall Street Journal and 24-hour coffee and tea in the lobby. Be sure to relax in the indoor heated pool and spa. Enjoy our free hot breakfast featuring eggs, meat, yogurt and fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors! Business travelers will appreciate conveniences like free wireless Internet access, and copy and fax services.
CITY: Joliet
Comfort Suites - Lansing
Luxury, 100% nonsmoking, all suite hotel in south suburbs of Chicago. Complimentary amenities: Microwave/Refrigerator, Indoor Pool, internet, fitness center & hot breakfast buffet. Half hour from Chicago.
CITY: Lansing
Conrad Park Pioneer Cabin
Check out this pioneer cabin that gives a glimpse of Illinois' earliest settlers' way of life on the frontier. It is located in a majestic park setting along the Kankakee River.
CITY: Kankakee
Cool Creations
Ice Cream parlor specializing in homemade hard ice creams, also homemade cookies, brownies, etc.
CITY: Lockport
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Experience Cooper's Hawk... a modern, casual restaurant with a menu created with their own handcrafted wines in mind. Start in their Napa-style tasting room, where you can view their wineries and sample the winemaker's latest creations. Shop in the gift store for unique food or wine-related gifts.
CITY: Burr Ridge
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Handcrafted Wine. Modern Casual Dining. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant opened in 2005 in Orland Park, a south suburb of Chicago. The concept was unique. They created a signature menu with a selection of dishes designed to pair perfectly with their own Cooper's Hawk wines, made in their own private winery. With sophisticated food and exceptional wines, the concept was born.The Cooper's Hawk concept includes four distinct components: an upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrel-aging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Each Cooper's Hawk location is distinctive in layout and décor, but carries the same warmth and elegance that guests have come to expect.
CITY: Orland Park
Coopers Hawk Winery & Restaurant
We combine modern casual dining with our own handcrafted, award-winning wines. In addition to a 300-seat restaurant, enjoy our bar, band room, private party spaces, Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store.
CITY: Orland Park
Country Club Hills Amphitheater Theater
Our beautiful new Country Club Hills Amphitheater Theater is an intimate, 2000-seat venue that combines stylish, modern architecture and state-of-the-art audio and video technology with the same kind of rustic, community charm that our city is famous for.
CITY: Country Club Hills
Country Host Motel
24 deluxe rooms, satellite remote color TV, free HBO & ESPN, large vehicle parking for RV, truck and bus.
CITY: Monee
Country Inn & Suites - Matteson
Come "Be our Guest" at Country Inn & Suites by Carlson. All rooms are equipped with hairdryers, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards. Indoor pool. Free high speed internet.
CITY: Matteson
Country Inn & Suites - Tinley Park
Limited service property including complimentary hot breakfast, high speed wireless internet & access to our indoor pool, spa, & fitness center. Come enjoy all the Chicago Southland has to offer! Call to reserve today.
CITY: Tinley Park
Country inn & Suites By Carlson
At I-55 and Weber Road. Spacious guest rooms including suites. Complimentary breakfast, complimentary hi speed internet access, and indoor pool.
CITY: Romeoville
Country Inn and Suites - Manteno
With generous accommodations and located near Bradley, Bourbonnais, Olivet Nazarene University and Kankakee, this hotel is a hospitable place for all travelers. Convenient location, great service, affordability and comfortable hotel rooms. Located at Exit 322 off I-57 just minutes from the Bradley/Kankakee/Bourbonnais area and less than an 1 hour from downtown Chicago. Maximum 2 pets up to 40lbs each allowed.
CITY: Manteno
Courtright's Restaurant
A 4-Star destination restaurant, Courtright's offers award winning seasonal American fine dining & a 25,000 bottle wine cellar in a gracious woodland setting. Awarded 1-Star Michelin guide 2012!
CITY: Willow Springs


text:
Atlantic General Hospital has developed the James G. and Nancy W. Barrett Scholarship Program to offer assistance with tuition, books and health care benefits to applicants who wish to pursue a career in nursing.
In 2004, the scholarship program was renamed to recognize the extraordinary efforts put forth by the late Jim Barrett and his wife Nancy in support of Atlantic General Hospital.
Scholarship recipients will have their tuition and required books paid for by the hospital. The hospital also provides health care benefits for the student (and family, if necessary) at no charge. The program requires the candidate to work a minimum of 12.5 hours each week while maintaining full-time status in the educational program.
Upon successful completion of the nursing program and the licensing examination, the candidate will assume a position as a Registered Nurse at Atlantic General Hospital/Health System for twelve months for each school year in the scholarship program. The Registered Nurse's schedule will be based on the needs of the hospital, which will include rotating days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Candidate selection is based upon a completed employment application; answers to essay questions; two letters of recommendation from individuals who are knowledgeable of the applicant's character, motivation and work ethic; and an interview with committee members.
Selected candidates are provided with a flexible work schedule so as to best match his or her individual needs with those of the hospital.
The candidate will be required to:
How to Apply
Please contact Michelle Tingle 410-641-9612 or send Michelle an e-mail with any questions.


text:
- New Arrivals
- Household Helpers
- Organizers
- Gift Directory
- Kitchen
- Health & Beauty
- Lawn & Garden
- Pets
- As Seen on TV
- Sale & Clearance
- More Ways to Shop
- Web Only
- Looking Great! Mini-Site
- Bed & Bath
- Apparel
- Entertainment
- Home Décor
- Weekly Specials
WOODEN CHAIRSIDE TABLE SQUEEZES INTO ANY TIGHT SPOT! Slim design is perfect in a hallway, by a sofa or next to your favorite chair. Full-length drawer opens from both ends and is ideal for storing remote controls, eyeglasses, books, writing supplies and more. An open bottom shelf adds even more storage possibilities. Complements any décor. Golden oak finish. 24" H x 23" D x 11" W. Drawer area is 20-1/2" x 5-1/4" x 2".
|Item Number
|Product Description
|Drawer Table
|Item Available